Not sure if this guy’s name is Leo, but I’ll just assume.  I’m a leo and have always had a fondness for lions. I did this piece at the  Bronx Zoo in NY.
drawing by Greg Betza

Here is a drawing I made in Florida. I’ve always liked it and have never shown it anywhere. I particularly remember enjoying drawing the palm trees.

drawing by Greg Betza

Here is a drawing I made a few years ago in the west village of NYC. The place was called the Baggot Inn. One night a week they invited folk musicians, both amateur and professional, to come and play together. Watching very different people, many of which did not seem to know each other, collaborate [...]

On Saturday night I was fortunate enough to be invited to the incredible Jazz and Art II concert by The Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra with Wynton Marsalis. The show featured works by artists including Bearden, Davis, Sam Gilliam, Homer, Wifredo Lam, Mondrian, Matisse, Picasso and others projected behind the orchestra as they played jazz [...]

I’ve been doing a bit of commuting lately and I thought I’d resurrect some of my commuter drawings from last year. This is one of my favorites, and that is a hat.  To see more, check out my blog Greg Betza Illustration.

In response to the earthquake in Haiti, myself and the other seven illustrators of [...]

In response to the earthquake in Haiti, the illustrators of Studio 1482 have each created art to raise money on behalf of the victims in an effort to support the appeal for funds by CARE, a leading humanitarian relief organization. From January 19th until February 8th you can participate by donating $50 to CARE. Please [...]

In response to the recent terrible earthquake in Haiti, the illustrators of Studio 1482 have each created a piece of art to raise  money on behalf of the victims. It is our effort to support the international appeal for funds by CARE, a leading humanitarian relief organization. We’ve selected CARE because we believe in their [...]

Here is a drawing from the pad I carried with me throughout Paris. I made this drawing while leaning against a column inside the famous Notre Dame cathedral.
drawing by Greg Betza

Here is a drawing I made at Washington Square Park, NYC back in the days of nicer weather. This drawing always reminds me of summer, and I really need that right now!
drawing by Greg Betza

As 2009 comes to an end I, like Janus, take time to reflect on the many lessons learned this past year and I take time to consider the art in my future.
I’m incredibly excited for all of 2010’s possibilities!
Wishing you all a safe, healthy and happy new year.
drawing by Greg Betza